Why

This author got my attention with the magic of her words and the stories that pull you in. Since I did read the one before this I wasted no time in entering into this one. Beware she will do the same to you- pull you in and you disappear into the suspense. Geneviene learns a lesson in life in the beginning of this one with you wanting to help anyway you can. With her integrity you watch a struggle with you knowing the character will do the right thing. Oh Owen, you sure know how to stir the pot. We will also be given a wham bam thank you reader at the end that will leave us in a panty twist.

Highly suspenseful and violent, this crime drama kept me in suspense throughout. Genevieve, known as Gen to her friends, thinks she doing the right thing by defending her boss in court for the murder of his wife and children until his unexpected behaviour, both past and present cast a new light on the situation. At first Gen's character did not appeal to me as she is loud, brash and obnoxious, but she definitely grows on one and as more of her personality is portrayed, she pulls one in and made me root for her. After all, it is her background and tenacity that gives her the impetus to survive and push through circumstances. Her unfortunate attraction to her nemeses Detective Owen Graham gets in the way of her clear-minded thinking and logic, but when she needs help, he is the one to turn to. Owen's gut tells him that Perry is responsible in some way for the death of his family, but the evidence points elsewhere. When Gen insists on taking the case, Owen finds himself keeping a close watch on her. As events keep piling up, Owen comes to her rescue more than once and he finally has to acknowledge his feelings for her. The problem is piercing Gen's wounded heart and winning her over. Owen is opposite Gen in every way, and yet he is so very right for her. That is if she can live long enough for him to tell her. The novel is a standalone and comes to a successful conclusion with interesting and entertaining supporting characters. I received a copy of this book as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.

Genevieve Holst is a killer in the courtroom and not afraid of anyone, but in her personal life she is afraid of commitment and closed off, except for her three close friends Larkin, Libby and Marlis. When Gen realized she set a killer free she does everything in her power to gather evidence to remedy her error, even confide in her enemy Detective Owen Graham. The story starts slow like a roller-coaster, but then the thriller ride starts full of mystery, secrets, deception, nail biting suspense and fighting to stay alive action that leaves you breathless with heart palpitations in the end. I have read quite a few books by Megan Mitcham and she always delivers a story that captivates your imagination that takes you on a journey with strong characters, action and romance. I voluntary reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.